What is TPACK?

TPACK stands for Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge. It is a framework to understand and describe the kinds of knowledge needed by a teacher for effective pedagogical practice in a technology enhanced learning environment.

The TPACK framework for teacher knowledge is described in detail, as a complex interaction among three bodies of knowledge: Content, pedagogy, and technology. The interaction of these bodies of knowledge, both theoretically and in practice, produces the types of flexible knowledge needed to successfully integrate technology use into teaching.

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Definition Reference 

Content Knowledge –  Teachers’ knowledge about the subject matter to be learned or taught. The content to be covered in middle school science or history is different from the content to be covered in an undergraduate course on art appreciation or a graduate seminar on astrophysics.
Pedagogical Knowledge – Teachers’ deep knowledge about the processes and practices or methods of teaching and learning. They encompass, among other things, overall educational purposes, values, and aims.
Technology Knowledge – Knowledge about certain ways of thinking about, and working with technology, tools and resources. and working with technology can apply to all technology tools and resources.
Pedagogical Content Knowledge  – Consistent with and similar to Shulman’s idea of knowledge of pedagogy that is applicable to the teaching of specific content.
Technological Content Knowledge  – An understanding of the manner in which technology and content influence and constrain one another.
Technological Pedagogical Knowledge  – An understanding of how teaching and learning can change when particular technologies are used in particular ways.
Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge – Underlying truly meaningful and deeply skilled teaching with technology.

The technologies of tomorrow are already being tested in select classrooms today, promising the brighter future of how students could learn. Technology equipment like Chromebook and smart board have already made headway into education.

Many educators are taking steps to integrate technology into our daily curriculum. It is becoming essential tool to effectively communicate with every individual students.
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What I hope to get out of this course

I hope to learn various technique where I can incorporate technology in a classroom. I plan to be a classroom teacher for middle school one day and this class is a great opportunity for me to improve my computer skills. I don't know what to expect from this class so far, but it's interesting to learn something different everyday. The current classroom setting is already changing in multitude of ways. Many schools now have smart boards, IPads, and chrome books that replaces text books, chalk board, and old fashioned pen and paper. All standardized tests are held at computer labs with increasing securities. I think it is extremely important for teachers to stay relevant and up to date with current events, and technology is definitely on the top priority. I'm pretty excited to take this course this spring 2016. I hope to learn fun and interactive materials!

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